Postdoctoral Scientist in Striatal Physiology

Vacancy Reference Number

179317

Closing Date

2 May 2025

Salary

38674 - 46913

Address

University of Oxford, Department of Physiology, Anatomy, and Genetics, Oxford, OX1 3PT, UK

Duration

Up to 3 years

We are seeking an enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the research group of Professor Stephanie Cragg on a discovery project funded by the UKRI Medical Research Council in the field of striatal neurobiology. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant area of neurobiology and expertise in electrophysiological and/or photometry techniques alongside genetic tools ideally for application to investigate astrocyte biology in the central nervous system. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting high quality research using state-of-the-art tools to understand interactions between cholinergic interneurons, astrocytes, and other neuromodulator networks in the striatum, in health and in animal models of Parkinson’s disease. You will also help to train and supervise other members of the Group. This post is available until 30 June 2028.

Further Information

For further details and the application portal please see this link and apply by noon UK time on May 2nd.

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Contact Details

For further infomation and to apply please use the link above.

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